Children's Programs Manager

Job Description

Job Description

The Children’s Programs Manager will oversee all hiring, scheduling, planning, and research for our Children’s Programs, while supporting all Events, and Camps. The Children’s Programs Manager is responsible for developing and leading dynamic, movement-based and sports-focused programming that engages and inspires our youth members. This role plays a vital part in enhancing the Club’s children’s offerings through thoughtful planning, team leadership, and hands-on program execution. In addition to designing high-quality children’s classes, the Manager provides essential programming support for all camps, events, and school break offerings, ensuring consistency, creativity, and fun across all experiences.

Compensation : $50,000 per year

KEY RESPONSBILITIES

• Program Development & Leadership
• Create and deliver innovative, high-energy, and developmentally appropriate programming focused on movement, sports, and fitness for children and youth.
• Collaborate on the design and execution of seasonal camps, special events, and School’s Out We’re In days to ensure engaging and age-appropriate activities.
• Lead programming independently, demonstrating strong room management and enthusiasm.
• Safety & Environment
• Maintain a safe, secure, clean, and engaging environment for all children and staff.
• Promptly report and address any health or safety concerns, suspicious behavior, or policy violations.
• Team & Staff Development
• Manage hiring, onboarding, scheduling, training, payroll, and evaluations for all program-related team members.
• Provide coaching, discipline, and performance management with the authority to suspend staff for serious policy violations, pending investigation.
• Facilitate ongoing team development, ensuring staff create supportive, structured, and positive learning environments that promote movement, inquiry, and play.
• Engagement & Relationships
• Build strong, professional relationships with children, parents, and guardians while respecting confidentiality and family needs.
• Communicate effectively with families about programs, policies, and participation.
• Program Excellence & Innovation
• Stay informed about industry trends and introduce new sports, fitness, and educational programs to keep offerings competitive and exciting.
• Continuously evaluate programs to enhance engagement, participation, and learning outcomes and pivoting when necessary.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration
• Partner with other departments to grow youth-focused services and promote all children’s offerings throughout the Club.
• Support additional Club functions as needed, contributing to overall excellence in service and operations.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Director of Children’s Programs and / or the Senior Leadership Team.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

Required :

Preferred / Plus :

Benefits

Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Matters :

East Bank Club commits to a culture of inclusion and belonging characterized by connection across our similarities and differences. We honor the dignity of all employees by enabling each to reach their fullest potential and, by doing so, better serve our members. We serve a diverse group of members and recognize the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employee and member experience required to support our mission. EBC is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

East Bank Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug / smoke-free workplace.